Tanzania showcases Kiswahili's global influence at World Language Day celebrations in Algeria
Tanzania celebrated World Kiswahili Language Day in Algeria, highlighting the language's growing influence in diplomacy and African unity. The event featured speeches and a documentary showcasing the language's use by African leaders in international forums.
Why it matters
It underscores the rising geopolitical and cultural significance of Kiswahili as a tool for regional integration and international diplomacy in Africa.
Algiers, Algeria. Tanzania has showcased the growing global influence of Kiswahili during the World Kiswahili Language Day celebrations held in Algeria, highlighting the language's expanding role in diplomacy, regional integration and cultural cooperation.
The celebrations, organised by the Embassy of Tanzania in Algeria on July 10, brought together members of the diplomatic corps, representatives of international organisations, public and private institutions, academics and journalists.
Speaking at the event, Tanzania's Ambassador to Algeria, Mr Mobhare Matinyi, said Kiswahili is now spoken by more than 200 million people across 14 countries, reflecting its rapid growth beyond Tanzania and East Africa.
He said the language has evolved from being a national language into an important instrument for diplomacy, cultural exchange and African unity.
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